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BN13 ECE

2013 BMW X3

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,870 mi
Last recorded121,870 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 BMW X369,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN13 ECE
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 121,870 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Under trays fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2024 111,068 miles

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 2 Nov 2023 101,985 miles

under tray fitted.

Pass 14 Nov 2022 92,918 miles

Emissions too clean to test. Undertrays fitted.

Fail 14 Nov 2022 92,918 miles

Emissions too clean to test. Undertrays fitted.

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 69,999 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 52,461 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 4 Aug 2020 52,213 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Aug 2019 40,998 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 40,998 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/60/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2018 36,311 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on edges

Fail 12 Apr 2018 36,311 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front tyre worn on edges

Nearside Rear tyre worn on edges

Pass 2 May 2017 32,753 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 May 2017 32,753 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 25,998 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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BN13 ECE is a 2013 BMW X3 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 69,256 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN13 ECE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this BMW X3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN13 ECE registered?

BN13 ECE is a 2013 BMW X3, first registered on 19 March 2013.

Is BN13 ECE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN13 ECE shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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